Ultimate Spinach Lasagna (3 Cheeses)

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This Spinach Ricotta Lasagna is a family favorite, and everyone will be asking for seconds! Packed with three cheeses, it's a hearty and cheesy delight. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impress at your next gathering.

Piece of spinach lasagna being pulled out of an oven dish

Once you make this spinach lasagna, it will soon be added to your dinner rotation!
It's a crowd pleaser that always has everyone asking for seconds! You only need 6 ingredients and it's actually quite easy to make!

It's layered with a creamy spinach and ricotta mixture that works perfectly with the rich tomato sauce. I like to use my homemade Italian sauce which is super simple to make, but you can of course use store bought marinara sauce too.

Traditional lasagna is made with a bolognese sauce with ground beef and Italian sausage. Whilst this spinach and ricotta lasagna is a vegetarian recipe, even meat lovers will love it! It's hearty and cozy and always hits the spot especially in the cooler seasons.

You can also make it in advance for busy occasions and gatherings such as birthdays, Christmas and Thanksgiving. Just assemble in the morning or even the day before, and pop in the oven to bake when it's time to eat! Trust me, this spinach and ricotta lasagne will be the star of the table!

Table of Contents

Why you'll love this recipe
Ingredients to make Spinach Lasagna
How to make Spinach Lasagna
Tips and tricks for spinach lasagna recipe
Storage, Reheating and Freezing
FAQs
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Spinach lasagna fresh out of the oven topped with basil leaves

Why you'll love this recipe

Family Favorite. This cozy dish is one for the whole family, whether it's a busy weeknight dinner or one to serve at a gathering or for the holidays
Veggie-Packed. Spinach is of course a superfood packed with nutrients and vitamins making this spinach lasagna not only delicious but nutritious too. You can also add other vegetables such as zucchini and bell peppers
Cheesy Delight. Dive into those cheesy layers with 3 different types of cheeses! The perfect blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan make it taste like heaven.
Easy Peasy. This spinach and ricotta lasagne is actually quite easy to make and it's also great to make ahead for a busy occasion

Spinach lasagna recipe in dish with a piece missing

Ingredients to make Spinach Lasagna

Spinach is the star of this glorious lasagna! Being a superfood, it's packed with nutrients and goodies making this dish hearty and healthy too. I personally prefer to use frozen spinach which you can easily thaw or boil down. You can of course use fresh spinach, however you will need to boil or cook in a sauce pan
Ricotta is the next key component to the cheesy layers. It's super creamy and works perfectly with the spinach flavor. You can use whole milk ricotta which is more rich and creamy but low fat can also be used. Cottage cheese can be substituted with ricotta in some recipes but I personally haven't tested it with this spinach lasagna recipe
Marinara sauce is used as the base of each layer. The rich tomato flavors work perfectly with the creamy cheeses. I always make my own homemade sugo which is crazy easy to make. It's made with extra virgin olive oil, a couple cloves garlic, canned tomatoes and basil. That's it! Not to worry as you can of course use a good quality jarred sauce
Lasagna sheets are the foundation of the lasagna of course. They're traditionally made from egg and flour. I like to use fresh lasagna sheets but dry boxed lasagna noodles work perfectly, just boil them as per the package instructions
Parmesan cheese aka Parmigiano Reggiano is added to the spinach ricotta mixture and is also added on top. I always recommend buying a block of fresh parmesan cheese and freshly grating it yourself. It brings a nutty, umami depth and saltiness to the dish
Mozzarella cheese is everyones favorite cheese with its gooey and stretchiness, giving that cheesy cheese pull! If you are using fresh mozzarella cheese like I have, ensure to cut and place over paper kitchen towels to release the excess liquid

How to make Spinach Lasagna

Make this family favorite Spinach Lasagna that will have everyone wanting seconds! Follow these simple steps below.

Prepare Ingredients

Prepare marinara sauce (if making your own). Here is my easy recipe
If using shredded mozzarella, skip this step. If using fresh mozzarella, slice it and place over paper towels so the excess water is released
Thaw frozen spinach or you can also boil it for 2 minutes to thaw quickly. Drain and squeeze out all of the excess liquid
In a bowl add spinach, ricotta and ¾ of the parmesan cheese. Season well and mix to combine

How to Layer Lasagna

In a baking dish, first add ½ cup of marinara sauce, then place a layer of lasagna noodles on top
Pour over ½ cup of the marinara sauce
Gently spread ¼ of the spinach ricotta mixture then top with a sprinkle of mozzarella
Add another layer of lasagna noodles, then follow steps 2 and 3. Repeat this step until you have 4 even layers
Top with a final layer of lasagna noodles and marinara sauce. Sprinkle over the remaining mozzarella and parmesan. Bake in a preheated of 200°C/400°F for 25-30 minutes
Allow to cool for 10 minutes and this spinach lasagna is ready to serve!

Tips and tricks for spinach lasagna recipe

Never miss the step of squeezing the excess liquid from the spinach! Whether you are boiling fresh spinach or thawing frozen spinach, it's crucial to ensure your lasagna is not watery
If using fresh mozzarella cheese like I have, ensure to cut and place over paper kitchen towels to release the excess liquid. Fresh mozzarella balls are always preserved in water so you want to remove as much of the water as you can
Making an authentic Italian sugo will taste so much better! Trust me it's crazy easy to make with only a handful of ingredients
Layer evenly when assembling. This will give you the perfect slice and bite each time but you don't have to stress too much about it
Allow lasagna to rest for 5-10 minutes after removing from the oven. This makes slicing and serving easier

Storage, Reheating and Freezing

Store any spinach lasagna leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven covered with foil, or also in the air fryer or microwave for a few minutes until its heated through
You can also freeze leftovers for 2 months! Just store in an airtight container or freezer bag, then thaw and reheat in the oven, airfryer or microwave
You can prep this spinach lasagne recipe in advance! Once it has been assembled, cover and place the uncooked lasagna in the fridge the day before. Then leave it out of the fridge for about an hour, and bake in the oven when ready.
Freeze uncooked spinach lasagna for up to 2 months. Once assembled, cover and place in the freezer, then thaw the frozen lasagna in the fridge overnight, and bake in the oven as per the recipe

Inside look of spianch lasagna in an oven dish

FAQs

Why is my spinach lasagna watery?

There is quite a lot of water in spinach, so its important not to miss the step of squeezing out all the excess liquid from the spinach once its been thawed or boiled

Does spinach need to be cooked before putting in lasagna?

Yes, boil the spinach beforehand so you can then squeeze out the excess liquid. Once cooked, the spinach quantity also changes quite largely so its best to always cook it first or use frozen spinach

Can I make spinach lasagna ahead of time?

Yes certainly! Once it has been assembled, cover and place in the fridge the day before then bring it to room temperature and bake in the oven when ready.

You can also freeze the spinach lasagna for up to 2 months. Cover and place in the freezer, then thaw the frozen lasagna in the fridge overnight and bake in the oven as per the recipe

Piece of spinach lasagna served on a plate

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